Appendix#
Common Phone Numbers#
Emergency Numbers#
- Police: 110
- Medical Emergency: 120
- Fire: 119
- Traffic Accident: 122
- Directory Assistance: 114
Tourism Services#
- Tourism Complaint Hotline: 12301
- Consumer Complaint Hotline: 12315
- Price Report Hotline: 12358
Common Services#
- Weather Forecast: 12121
- Highway Rescue: 12122
- Express Service: Customer service numbers of express companies
Subway/Bus Card Purchase Guide#
Major City Transit Cards#
- Beijing: Yikatong (usable for subway and bus)
- Shanghai: Transportation Card (usable for subway, bus, and taxi)
- Guangzhou: Yangchengtong (usable for subway and bus)
- Shenzhen: Shenzhentong (usable for subway and bus)
Purchase Methods#
- Subway Stations: Ticket windows at major subway stations
- Convenience Stores: 7-Eleven, FamilyMart and other convenience stores
- Online Purchase: Some cities support online purchase and recharge
Usage Tips#
- Recommended to purchase transit cards for convenience
- Understand refund policies and deposit regulations
- Pay attention to card balance, recharge in time
Travel Luggage and Medical Equipment Checklist#
Essential Items#
- Documents: Passport, visa, ID card, driver’s license
- Electronic Devices: Mobile phone, charger, power bank, adapter plug
- Clothing: Prepare appropriate clothing according to season and destination
- Toiletries: Toothbrush, toothpaste, towel, shampoo, etc.
Medical Equipment#
- Common Medications: Cold medicine, fever reducer, pain reliever, antidiarrheal
- First Aid Supplies: Band-aids, disinfectant, bandages
- Special Medications: Personal prescription medications, anti-allergy medications
- Protective Items: Masks, sunscreen, mosquito repellent
Other Recommendations#
- Prepare clothing according to destination climate
- Carry appropriate cash and bank cards
- Prepare translation apps and offline maps
- Understand local laws, regulations, and taboos
Reference Budget Template#
Accommodation Budget#
- Budget: 100-200 yuan/night
- Mid-range: 200-500 yuan/night
- Luxury: 500+ yuan/night
Dining Budget#
- Budget: 50-100 yuan/day
- Mid-range: 100-200 yuan/day
- Luxury: 200+ yuan/day
Transportation Budget#
- High-Speed Rail: Depending on distance, generally 200-800 yuan/trip
- Flights: Depending on route, generally 500-2000 yuan/trip
- Urban Transportation: 20-50 yuan/day
Ticket Budget#
- Ordinary Attractions: 50-200 yuan/person
- Famous Attractions: 200-500 yuan/person
- Special Attractions: 500+ yuan/person
Online Maps/App Recommendations#
Map Apps#
- Amap: Domestic navigation, detailed route planning, real-time traffic updates
- Baidu Maps: Domestic navigation, rich information, supports offline maps
- Google Maps: Commonly used by foreign tourists, but requires VPN, not recommended to rely on
Translation Apps#
- Youdao Translator: Chinese-English translation, supports voice and photo translation
- Google Translate: Multi-language translation, supports offline use
- Baidu Translate: Chinese-English translation, comprehensive functions
Payment Apps#
- WeChat Pay: Most commonly used payment method in China, requires binding bank card
- Alipay: Commonly used payment method in China, rich functions
Travel Apps#
- Ctrip: Hotel, flight, and attraction ticket booking
- Qunar: Travel product search and price comparison
- Dianping: Restaurant and attraction reviews and recommendations
- Mafengwo: Travel guides and travelogue sharing
Transportation Apps#
- 12306: Official high-speed rail ticket booking APP, requires real-name authentication
- Didi Chuxing: Ride-hailing service
- Amap Taxi: Taxi service
- Mobike/Hellobike: Shared bicycles, need to download corresponding APP
Time Zone#
- China uniformly uses Beijing Time (UTC+8)
- Western regions like Xinjiang actually operate 2 hours later than Beijing time
Voltage and Sockets#
- Voltage: 220V, Frequency: 50Hz
- Sockets: Two-pin round plug or three-pin round plug
- Recommended to bring adapter plug
Tipping#
- Tipping is not mandatory in China
- Some high-end restaurants may charge service fees
- Taxis generally do not require tips
Drinking Water#
- Recommended to drink bottled water or boiled water
- Avoid drinking tap water directly
- Pay attention to water source hygiene
Tickets, Reservations, Festivals and Events Calendar#
Main Attraction Reservation Methods#
- Official Websites: Most attractions have official websites providing online reservation services
- WeChat Official Accounts: Many attractions support ticket booking through WeChat
- Search attraction name or scan QR code to follow
- Third-Party Platforms:
- Ctrip - Hotel and attraction ticket booking
- Qunar - Travel product search and price comparison
- Meituan - Local life service platform
- Dianping - Restaurant and attraction reviews
- Attraction Apps: Some major attractions have dedicated mobile apps (e.g., Palace Museum, Huangshan)
Reservation Notes#
- Advance Booking: Popular attractions recommended to book 1-2 weeks in advance
- Real-Name Registration: Most attractions require real-name registration, bring ID documents
- Visitor Limits: Some attractions implement visitor limits, pay attention to daily booking capacity
- Cancellation Policy: Understand attraction cancellation and refund policies to avoid losses
Popular Attraction Booking Guide#
Palace Museum#
- Booking channels: Official Website, WeChat official account “Palace Museum”
- Booking time: 10 days in advance
- Notes: Daily limit of 80,000 visitors, ID required
- Recommended to avoid holidays, choose non-weekend times
Terracotta Warriors#
- Booking channels: Official Website, Ctrip and other platforms
- Booking time: 3-7 days in advance
- Notes: Time-slot booking, recommended to choose non-holidays
- Recommended to hire a guide to understand historical background
Huangshan#
- Booking channels: Official Website, WeChat Mini Program
- Booking time: 1-7 days in advance
- Notes: Need to purchase entrance tickets and cable car tickets, recommended to plan in advance
- Recommended 2-3 days visit, can see sunrise and sea of clouds
Popular Festivals and Events Tips#
Spring Festival (Lunar New Year’s Day)#
- Time: January or February
- Activities: Temple fairs, lanterns, dragon and lion dances
- Tips: Large crowds, recommended to avoid peak periods, book accommodation and transportation in advance
Qingming Festival (April 4-6)#
- Time: April
- Activities: Tomb sweeping, spring outings, flower viewing
- Tips: Good for spring outings and flower viewing, but pay attention to weather changes
Labor Day (May 1)#
- Time: May 1-3 (may be extended with holidays)
- Activities: Peak tourism season
- Tips: Extremely large crowds, recommended to avoid or choose less popular attractions
Dragon Boat Festival (5th day of 5th lunar month)#
- Time: May or June
- Activities: Dragon boat racing, eating zongzi, hanging mugwort
- Tips: Good for experiencing traditional festival culture
Mid-Autumn Festival (15th day of 8th lunar month)#
- Time: September or October
- Activities: Moon viewing, eating mooncakes, family reunion dinner
- Tips: Good for family trips, but need to book in advance
National Day (October 1)#
- Time: October 1-7
- Activities: Peak tourism season
- Tips: Extremely large crowds, recommended to avoid or choose less popular attractions
Peak and Off-Season Reminders#
Peak Season#
- Time: Spring Festival, Labor Day, National Day, summer vacation (July-August)
- Characteristics: Large crowds, high prices, difficult bookings
- Recommendations:
- Book accommodation and transportation 1-2 months in advance
- Avoid popular attractions, choose less popular ones
- Arrange itinerary reasonably, allow sufficient time
Off-Season#
- Time: Spring (March-April), Autumn (October-November), Winter (December-February, except Spring Festival)
- Characteristics: Fewer crowds, lower prices, better experience
- Recommendations:
- Enjoy better service and experience
- Can take time to visit slowly, experience in depth
- But need to pay attention to weather and attraction opening status
Special Events Calendar#
Spring Events#
- Cherry Blossom Festival: March-April, Wuhan, Wuxi, Shanghai, etc.
- Peach Blossom Festival: March-April, Beijing, Chengdu, Hangzhou, etc.
- Rapeseed Flower Festival: March-April, Wuyuan, Jiangxi; Luoping, Yunnan
Summer Events#
- Beer Festival: July-August, Qingdao, Harbin, etc.
- Music Festival: June-August, various music festivals held in different places
- Rafting Festival: June-September, rafting activities held in various places
Autumn Events#
- Red Leaf Festival: October-November, Fragrant Hills in Beijing, Qixia Mountain in Nanjing, etc.
- Chrysanthemum Festival: October-November, Kaifeng, Hangzhou, etc.
- Harvest Festival: September-October, celebration activities held in various places
Winter Events#
- Ice and Snow Festival: December-February, Harbin, Changchun, etc.
- Hot Spring Festival: November-March, hot spring resorts in various places
- Spring Festival Temple Fair: January-February, temple fairs held in various places
Practical Recommendations#
- Follow Official Information: Pay attention to official releases from attractions and events in time
- Flexible Itinerary Adjustments: Adjust itinerary flexibly according to actual situations
- Prepare Well: Learn about reservation methods and notes in advance
- Safety First: Pay attention to personal and property safety, follow attraction regulations